Governor Abbott directs Public Utility Commission to require data centers to fully fund electric needs

News ClipKXAN Austin·Austin, Travis County, TX·6/10/2026

Governor Abbott has directed the Public Utility Commission to implement a new requirement for data centers. This directive mandates that data centers must fully fund their own electricity needs. The action aims to address the impact of data centers on the state's power grid.

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Governor Abbott directs Public Utility Commission to require data centers to fully fund electric needs  KXAN Austin